Understanding Pink Sheet Dangers and Evaluating the Upstream Alternative
Introduction Investors exploring the microcap and penny stock landscape typically focus their attention on established exchanges like the TSX Venture (TSX-V), the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE), the NEO Exchange, or the higher tiers of the US Over-the-Counter markets, the OTCQX and OTCQB. These venues, discussed elsewhere on Microcap.com, offer varying degrees of regulatory oversight and […]
The Fight for Eyeballs and Dollars: Why Microcaps Are Facing Stiffer Competition for Retail Investors
The world of microcap investing has always been a unique niche within the broader stock market. Characterized by small companies with high growth potential, but also higher risk, microcaps have traditionally relied heavily on the participation of retail investors. In the past, there was no shortage of these smaller investors willing to explore the potential […]
Building Investor Confidence Beyond the Press Release: A Microcap & Penny Stock Guide to Proactive Engagement
Introduction For microcap and penny stock companies, simply issuing press releases about milestones is no longer enough to capture attention or build lasting investor trust. In today’s competitive environment, where capital is discerning and retail investors are more connected than ever, a proactive, transparent, and engaging approach to Investor Relations (IR) is paramount. Moving beyond […]
Social Media & Public Companies: Ethical Promotion
Introduction In today’s hyper-connected financial world, social media isn’t just for updates and memes; it’s a potent, often volatile force, especially within the penny stock arena. Platforms like X (formerly Twitter), StockTwits, Facebook, LinkedIn, and discussion forums like Stockhouse, Reddit and CEO.ca have become bustling hubs where companies, investors, and promoters collide. Information (and misinformation) […]
Memecoin Casinos & Microcap Mania: Why the Cycle of Speculation is a Dangerous Gamble
Introduction From the dizzying heights of Bitcoin to the absurdity of memecoins spawned from internet jokes, the cryptocurrency market often feels like a wild frontier. Simultaneously, certain corners of the micro-cap stock world can exhibit similar frenetic energy, with stocks soaring based on narratives and hope. This isn’t new. History is littered with speculative bubbles, […]